DEVOUR
Steam Description:
DEVOUR is a co-op horror survival game for 1-4 players. Stop possessed cultists before they drag you to hell. Run. Scream. Hide. Just don't get caught.
Episode Summary:
Unveiling the Horror Game Devour
The hosts of the podcast deep dive into the horror game Devour, chosen by a Patreon supporter, and discuss their initial experience playing it blind. They stumble upon demonic goats, fumble around with gasoline and hay, and encounter a creepy lady in the house. The adrenaline starts pumping as they try to figure out what to do in this thrilling co-op horror survival game.
Surviving demon-infested levels and completing ritual objectives while avoiding and angering the boss
The game involves navigating confusing maps, dealing with intense jump scares, and managing resources like flashlight batteries and health packs
The different maps in the game Devour are discussed, including The Farmhouse, The Asylum, The Town, and The Inn. Each map has its own unique challenges and objectives, such as sacrificing goats or killing rats. The gameplay becomes progressively more complex and difficult as players advance through the maps. The Inn, with its spider boss and strategic gameplay, is considered the most challenging and creepy. The section also mentions the ability to unlock and customize characters with cosmetics, as well as the leveling system and perks that can be obtained.
Overall Thoughts
The reviewers had mixed opinions about the difficulty of the game, with some finding it too hard and others thinking it was just right. The community reviews were mostly positive, with players praising the game's fun co-op experience and scary atmosphere. However, some reviewers did mention repetitive gameplay and predictable jump scares as downsides. Overall, the game received a very positive rating on Steam with a score of 92. The hosts of the show had a fun time playing the game together and found it worth the low price, resulting in a "make love" rating.
The team discusses their thoughts on the game "Devour." They express their frustration with the gameplay mechanics, such as spending the first 10 minutes finding keys and the repetitive nature of the later rounds. Despite their dislike of the game, they discuss where it should be placed on their leaderboard, comparing it to other cooperative horror games like "Phasmophobia." They ultimately decide to rank it at number 63, below games like "Cuphead" and "It Takes Two," but above games like "The Quarry" and "Monster Hunter World."
Key Points Covered
1. Unveiling the Horror Game Devour
2. Surviving demon-infested levels and completing ritual objectives while avoiding and angering the boss
3. Overall Thoughts
Make Love, Marry, or Murder Ratings:
Paul - Murder
Josh - Make Love
Michael - Make Love